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astonishment

[uh-ston-ish-muhnt] / əˈstɒn ɪʃ mənt /


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Sonia Kasparian, the original designer of Roxy’s board shorts back in the mid-’90s, smiles in our recent conversation when I recount my astonishment at their discovery.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Still he stuck by his decision, to the fury and astonishment of Jambos' everywhere.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

"I had seen the fjord and notable mountain features in the satellite images, but being there in person filled me with astonishment at what had happened."

From Science Daily • Feb. 26, 2026

When Anthony Bourdain traveled to Iran in 2014, he admitted his astonishment.

From Salon • Jan. 22, 2026

Julian smiled at us, allowing a dramatic pause for our astonishment to blossom to the full.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt




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